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Graduate Programs

Advance your career with graduate programs at Elizabeth City State University. Our masters degree options, online master’s programs, and certificates blend rigorous academics, practical experience, and personalized support from faculty dedicated to your success. Whether you’re growing in your current field or charting a new direction, ECSU offers affordable, flexible options for working professionals and recent graduates. As a trusted leader serving students across North Carolina and beyond, ECSU’s friendly, student-focused approach makes our graduate programs a smart choice for part-time and online learners.

Explore Our Graduate Degrees

ECSU provides a focused portfolio of masters degree programs designed to prepare leaders, educators, and innovators. Academic offerings include the Master of Science in Biology, Master of Education with tracks in Elementary and Secondary Education, Master of School Administration, and Master of Science in Mathematics. We also offer an MBA pathway discussion for students exploring business leadership alongside our established graduate programs. Many programs feature evening, hybrid, or online master’s programs coursework to help you balance work and study.

Within these degrees, you can tailor your path through specializations and concentrations. Depending on the program, options may include areas such as STEM education, instructional technology, curriculum and instruction, data analytics for education, biological research, and applied mathematics. Faculty advisors collaborate with you to create a plan of study that aligns with your goals, with thesis, project, or practicum pathways available. Our innovative, student-focused design ensures that online master’s programs and part-time formats meet the needs of working professionals and career changers.

Beyond full degrees, ECSU offers graduate certificates and continuing education for targeted credentialing. Short-format certificates may focus on teacher leadership, instructional design, data literacy for educators, and STEM integration. Continuing education workshops support licensure maintenance and skill development without the commitment of a full masters degree. Prospective students interested in business can explore MBA-oriented skills through select electives and partnerships that complement ECSU’s graduate programs.

How to Prepare

Admissions requirements

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Applying to ECSU graduate programs is clear and straightforward:

Deadlines vary by program and term. Priority deadlines typically occur in early spring for summer and fall entry and early autumn for spring entry, with earlier cutoffs for clinical or cohort-based placements. Minimum requirements generally include a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, a competitive GPA (often 3.0 or higher), and evidence of readiness through prerequisites, licensure, or relevant experience. International applicants should allow additional time for transcript evaluation and English proficiency documentation.

ECSU is committed to affordability. Complete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid, including loans. Many programs offer graduate assistantships that provide stipends and professional experience. Scholarships are available through the university, academic departments, and external partners, with priority for early applicants. Veterans and active-duty service members receive dedicated support in accessing education benefits through Military and Veterans Affairs. Whether you’re pursuing an MBA path, a masters degree in education, or one of our online master’s programs, you’ll find flexible options designed for part-time study.

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Dr. Julian Allagan

Director

Mr. Brian Wayne

Graduate Recruiter

Ms. Grace M. Hillard-Jones

Administrative Support Assistant